Owls in the Moonlight (500 pcs) - Brille dans le noir

Under a starry sky lit by a full moon, a family of snowy owls huddles together on a snow-covered rocky perch. Both adults watch over their two young, pressed close for warmth, while a forest of frosted pine trees stretches out behind them and snow-laden branches dotted with small red berries frame the scene in the foreground. The huge, glowing moon bathes the whole picture in a cool blue light that gives this winter night an almost hushed calm. This glow-in-the-dark puzzle does exactly what it promises: once the image is assembled and exposed to a light source for a few minutes, turn off the lights and watch the moon, the stars and the owls' piercing eyes light up like magic in the dark.

The snowy owl has been Quebec's official emblematic bird since 1987, which gives this nighttime scene a special charm for local puzzlers. Its legs and even its talons are covered in feathers, a built-in winter coat that helps it survive the harsh Arctic cold. Working on a jigsaw puzzle is also known to ease stress and boost focus, making it a perfect activity for long winter evenings in Quebec.

This wintry scene was painted by Kentaro Nishino, a Japanese painter internationally recognized for his striking wildlife art. A member of Artists for Conservation, he uses his art to raise awareness for wildlife and habitat conservation. This puzzle is part of the Glow in the Dark collection from publisher Ravensburger, known for a phosphorescent finish that keeps the fun going well after sundown.

Dimensions: 49 x 36 cm (19.5 x 14.25 in) assembled